Lebron James to Host Fourth Season of King’s Academy Summer Basketball Camp
Camp for Boys and Girls Will Take Place at the University of California at San Diego from July 24-28
San Diego, CA, February 21, 2009 --(PR.com)-- LeBron James today announced the fourth season of the King’s Academy summer basketball camp for boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 18. King’s Academy will take place this year at the University of California at San Diego in (UCSD), from July 24 – 28. Moving the camp to San Diego gives those kids on the west coast a chance to participate in this exciting and great experience.
LeBron James, whose extraordinary basketball skills have elicited wonder and admiration from fans across the globe, represents the next generation of preeminent NBA superstars. With his magnificent talent, competitive instincts and passion for the game, LeBron has become one of the most exciting players in the league. On February 2, 2009, LeBron became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 12,000 career points. At the camp, he will be assisted by an elite coaching staff from across the country as well as will interact with the campers, provide instruction, referee games and scrimmage. In addition, special guests may come by to meet with campers and offer personal insights.
Youths attending King’s Academy will have access to modern, indoor facilities and be instructed in the basic fundamentals of basketball, including shooting, passing and dribbling. Campers will be able to take photos with LeBron, receive an autograph authenticated by Upper Deck and have the opportunity to ask LeBron questions about his game, the Cavs and his life off the court. King’s Academy will offer both overnight and day camper sessions.
“I am very excited for this season of the King’s Academy summer camp,” said LeBron. “The camp is committed to teaching kids how to improve their basketball skills and increase their knowledge of the game. Another goal is to get them to understand that what they do off the court, in their schools and communities, is just as important as having a good jump shot. Everyone is going to learn a lot and have a great time.”
For more information about LeBron James King’s Academy, click on www.lebronjameskingsacademy.com or call 323.934.8622.
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About LeBron James
LeBron James is an internationally recognized basketball superstar who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Selected to the NBA All-Star team every year since he joined the league as the overall No. 1 pick in the 2003 draft, LeBron has electrified fans across the globe with his dazzling play and record-breaking achievements. He is the youngest player in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year honors and reach 12,000 career points. LeBron served as a co-captain of the Team USA basketball team that won the Gold Medal with an undefeated record at the 2008 Summer Olympics in China. Off the court, LeBron is active in a wide range of philanthropic endeavors, including the LeBron James Family Foundation. He also organizes the King for Kids Bike-a-thon in Akron, Ohio.
LeBron James, whose extraordinary basketball skills have elicited wonder and admiration from fans across the globe, represents the next generation of preeminent NBA superstars. With his magnificent talent, competitive instincts and passion for the game, LeBron has become one of the most exciting players in the league. On February 2, 2009, LeBron became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 12,000 career points. At the camp, he will be assisted by an elite coaching staff from across the country as well as will interact with the campers, provide instruction, referee games and scrimmage. In addition, special guests may come by to meet with campers and offer personal insights.
Youths attending King’s Academy will have access to modern, indoor facilities and be instructed in the basic fundamentals of basketball, including shooting, passing and dribbling. Campers will be able to take photos with LeBron, receive an autograph authenticated by Upper Deck and have the opportunity to ask LeBron questions about his game, the Cavs and his life off the court. King’s Academy will offer both overnight and day camper sessions.
“I am very excited for this season of the King’s Academy summer camp,” said LeBron. “The camp is committed to teaching kids how to improve their basketball skills and increase their knowledge of the game. Another goal is to get them to understand that what they do off the court, in their schools and communities, is just as important as having a good jump shot. Everyone is going to learn a lot and have a great time.”
For more information about LeBron James King’s Academy, click on www.lebronjameskingsacademy.com or call 323.934.8622.
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About LeBron James
LeBron James is an internationally recognized basketball superstar who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Selected to the NBA All-Star team every year since he joined the league as the overall No. 1 pick in the 2003 draft, LeBron has electrified fans across the globe with his dazzling play and record-breaking achievements. He is the youngest player in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year honors and reach 12,000 career points. LeBron served as a co-captain of the Team USA basketball team that won the Gold Medal with an undefeated record at the 2008 Summer Olympics in China. Off the court, LeBron is active in a wide range of philanthropic endeavors, including the LeBron James Family Foundation. He also organizes the King for Kids Bike-a-thon in Akron, Ohio.
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